non-binding
|non-bind-ing|
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/nɑnˈbaɪndɪŋ/
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/nɒnˈbaɪndɪŋ/
not legally enforceable
Etymology
Etymology Information
'non-binding' originates from the prefix 'non-' meaning 'not' and the word 'binding' from Old English 'bindan' meaning 'to tie or fasten'.
Historical Evolution
'binding' changed from the Old English word 'bindan' and eventually became the modern English word 'binding'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'binding' meant 'to tie or fasten', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'having legal force'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
not legally binding or enforceable.
The agreement was non-binding, so neither party was legally obligated to follow through.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41